President Zelensky Highlights Ammunition Shortage, Appeals for Support at Munich Meeting
At the Munich Security Conference, President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine addressed the critical issue of ammunition shortage hindering Ukraine’s fight against Russian troops. Zelensky emphasized the urgent need for more long-range missiles and artillery shells to support Ukraine’s troops on the frontline. He highlighted the recent withdrawal of Ukrainian forces from the city of Avdiivka due to encirclement threats as a stark illustration of the weapons deficit faced by his country’s military.
Zelensky stressed that while Ukraine has demonstrated its ability to push back Russian forces, the effectiveness of their actions is hampered by the inadequacy of their military resources, particularly in artillery and long-range capabilities. He urged for international support to address this shortfall, emphasizing the importance of ensuring Ukraine’s defense capabilities match the intensity of the ongoing conflict.
The European Union’s commitment to provide artillery shells has fallen short, raising concerns over the long-term sustainability of Western aid to Ukraine. Zelensky’s appeal for support comes amidst uncertainties surrounding US assistance and NATO’s role in the region, with mounting pressure on the US to fulfill its promises of military aid to Ukraine.
As diplomatic discussions in Munich pivot to address escalating crises in the Middle East, including Israel’s conflict with Hamas, Zelensky’s plea underscores the continued urgency of resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the need for international solidarity in supporting Ukraine’s defense efforts against Russian aggression.
